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University of Maine

Orono, ME

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Overview

Maine's land-grant flagship where Black Bears tackle forestry, engineering, and Arctic research in a riverside woodland setting.

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Academics
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Identity

Students who thrive here enjoy rural life and don't mind bundling up for long winters, but those craving urban buzz or constant peer competition might feel isolated—Bangor's airport and stores sit 20 minutes away, yet Boston requires a five-hour drive. Housing fills quickly for freshmen, pushing some into off-campus apartments with modest rents compared to southern cities. Overall, UMaine suits pragmatic Mainers or adventurers ready to explore vast woods rather than city streets.

9,601
Undergrads
2,428
Grad Students
96.6%
Acceptance
60.0%
Grad Rate
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Academics
15.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)
60.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate
45.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
9,601
Undergraduate Enrollment
2,428
Graduate Enrollment
Admissions
96.6%
Acceptance Rate
3.60
Average GPA
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Test Policy
$0
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Test Score Range
SAT Math

530–660

SAT Reading

540–670

ACT Composite

22–30

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School avg: 3.60

0.00 – 4.00 scale

School range: 1070–1330

400 – 1600 (total)

School range: 22–30

1 – 36 (composite)

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Financial Aid & Costs
Estimated Annual Cost

$26,050

Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)
Cost Breakdown

Tuition (In-State)

$11,640

Room & Board

$13,410

Books & Supplies

$1,000

Out-of-State Tuition

$33,240

Financial Aid
98%
Receiving Aid
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
$12,909
Avg Grant (recipients)
$9,041
Avg Federal Loan
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Campus Life
Housing

On-Campus Housing

Yes

Housing Capacity

3,634 beds

Housing Guarantee

Data not available

Dining

Meal Plan Available

No

Meal Plan Type

Data not available

Athletics
America East Conference
Quick Facts

Type

Public

Undergraduate Enrollment

9,601

Acceptance Rate

97%

Graduation Rate

60%

In-State Cost

$25,050

Out-of-State Cost

$46,650

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umaine.edu
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Orono, ME 04469

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